PL-300 Power BI dataflows Practice Question
Which TWO data source types can be used with Power BI dataflows?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often overlook that Azure SQL Database is a valid data source for Power BI dataflows, mistakenly thinking it is not supported. Be aware that dataflows can connect to many Azure and online services, including SharePoint Online lists, Power BI datasets, and Azure SQL Database.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Power BI dataset
Power BI dataflows support a wide variety of data sources, including Power BI datasets (Option C), SharePoint Online lists (Option D), and Azure SQL Database (Option E). Therefore, all three options are valid data source types for dataflows. Option A (Exchange Online mailbox) and Option B (PDF file) are not supported as direct source types for dataflows.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Exchange Online mailbox
Why it's wrong here
Exchange Online mailbox is not a supported data source for Power BI dataflows.
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PDF file
Why it's wrong here
PDF file is not a supported data source for Power BI dataflows.
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Power BI dataset
Why this is correct
Power BI datasets are supported as sources in dataflows, enabling linked or computed dataflows.
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SharePoint Online list
Why this is correct
SharePoint Online lists are supported as sources in dataflows.
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Azure SQL Database
Why this is correct
Azure SQL Database is a supported data source for Power BI dataflows, but it is not one of the two correct options as specified by the question.
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